May 2008
The Annual Parish Meeting will take place at the Village Hall at 7.15 pm on Monday 12 May. Only registered parish voters are entitled to attend. There will be reports from the Parish Council Chair and also from the Chairs of the Parish Council committees.
An Open Day for the Westerleigh Parish Plan will be held in Manor Hall on 17 May from 10 am to 3 pm. Come along and find out how it is developing, and give your views. Refreshments will be available.
March 2008
There is a new Cycling Group in the
village, meeting a few times a month for a ride. It will be
for an hour or so initially, but depending on interest,
numbers and ability, may involve some trips over the bridge
to the Forest of Dean.
First outing is on 9 March. Call Di Clack on 0773 624 0453.
February 2008
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October 2007
Bogus callers have been operating in Chipping Sodbury. Beware of men who ask to check the taps because of a damaged water pipe down the road. Always ask for credentials before letting someone in, and consider asking a neighbour to join you. If you still have concerns, call Police on 0845 456 7000.
September 2007
If you know of any pavements in the village that would benefit from dropped kerbs -- for example, pavement crossing points that are much used by wheelchairs / pushchairs -- please tell the Residents’ Association. Call Julie Morse on 01454 322271, before 19 September.
There is an exhibition displaying the plans for the proposed Science Park (opposite the Folly public house, near Lyde Green roundabout), at Emerson's Green Library from 6 Sept to 30 Sept, during normal library opening hours (closed on Mondays / Wednesdays).
August 2007
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May 2007
June Powell and Tony Gibbs were returned as Parish Councillors for the Westerleigh village ward.
January 2007
The collection raised from the Christmas lights in Mill Crescent raised £957 for St Peter's Hospice.
At the Cricket Club awards evening, Bob Coles (in stripy top) received the Dennis Goodrich trophy for Player of the Year, Damien Penney (with green halo) received the Captain's Award and Paul Gosling received Clubman of the Year Award (see photos here: 1, 2, 3).
November 2006
The Neighbourhood Watch AGM took place in the Olde Inne, on Tuesday 14th November. Patrick Mills was re-elected as Chairman.
October 2006
The Residents' Association
AGM took place on 25th October. Julie Morse was elected as
Chairman for the coming year, and Eve Carey as Secretary. The
post of Treasurer remains vacant. Should anyone wish to apply
for this, please contact Eve on 01454 320007.
A plea was also made for more volunteers to perform
Speedwatch, monitoring traffic speeds through the village.
The commitment is only 1 hour per month. Please contact Eve
on 01454 320007.
The village pump has been restored, along with a new plaque and railings. See photographs (before and after and opening ceremony).
September 2006
The Police report that there have been a
spate of burglaries in rural areas where farms and stables
have been targeted.
The incidents have normally occurred overnight and during the
weekend and the offenders have managed to gain entry to
properties by forcing the door locks or padlocks.
Property stolen has included horse tack, saddles, power
tools, child's motor bike etc.
Owing to the amount of property stolen, the offender must
have access to a large vehicle, and information suggests that
a M registered red Transit van may be involved in these
burglaries.
August 2006
Reverend David Wilcox's last service at St James Church, before taking a well-deserved retirement, will be the Harvest Festival service. His place will be taken by Chris Verey.
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If you see anything suspicious, please call
Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111
